7The lips of the wise disperse knowledge, but not so the heart of the foolish.
8The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
9The way of a wicked man is an abomination to Jehovah; but him that pursueth righteousness he loveth.
10Grievous correction is for him that forsaketh the path; he that hateth reproof shall die.
11Sheol and destruction are before Jehovah; how much more then the hearts of the children of men!
12A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him; he will not go unto the wise.
13A joyful heart maketh a cheerful countenance; but by sorrow of heart the spirit is broken.
14The heart of an intelligent man seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of the foolish feedeth on folly.
15All the days of the afflicted are evil; but a cheerful heart is a continual feast.
16Better is little with the fear of Jehovah than great store and disquietude therewith.
17Better is a meal of herbs where love is, than a fatted ox and hatred therewith.
18A furious man stirreth up contention; but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.